The cybersecurity threat is ever growing and its clear companies are still not following basic security practices. If they were, we wouldn’t be seeing so many breach notifications, says Ilg.

For Eddie Garcia, job satisfaction comes from “[seeing his] contributions help organizations securely process data for good.” His best advice for aspiring security leaders is to focus on your passion and let the rest fall into place —...

For Cook, the best trend in cybersecurity right now is the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning because, he says, "security is about spotting patterns, and new services based on machine learning can help analysts spot...

Perhaps controversially, Somaini doesn't believe that cybersecurity is constantly changing. For him, all you need is all you've ever needed: a solid grasp on security theory and a comprehensive understanding of technology trends.

The skills shortage is real, is likely bigger than most estimates suggest, and isn't just about the sheer numbers of people, says Bourzikas. His advice for aspiring IT leaders: emphasize and encourage diversity of thought on your...